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Pizzeria Announces Temporary Closure In Westchester As It Reinvents Space, Menu Pizzeria Announces Temporary Closure In Westchester As It Reinvents Space, Menu
Pizzeria Announces Temporary Closure In Westchester As It Reinvents Space, Menu A pizzeria in Westchester is temporarily closed as it works on rebuilding itself in preparation for a new chapter.  Via Forno Wood Fired Pizza & Vinoteca, located in Scarsdale at 2 Garth Rd., announced on its website that it is now closed after more than six years in business.  According to the owners, the pizzeria is "working on some new menu items and reinventing the space" and will hold a grand reopening on Sunday, Dec. 1.  In its announcement, the owners also thanked former customers for their support of Via Forno over the years.  "We always served the hig…

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by Ben Crnic
Business
'Testing The Waters': Comedian Joe Matarese Opens New Comedy Club In Westchester 'Testing The Waters': Comedian Joe Matarese Opens New Comedy Club In Westchester
'Testing The Waters': Comedian Joe Matarese Opens New Comedy Club In Westchester He’s appeared on America’s Got Talent and performed for the likes of David Letterman, Howard Stern, and Chelsea Handler.  Now, comedian Joe Matarese is bringing “New York City’s best comedy” to Westchester County. On Thursday, July 28, the 30-year veteran stand-up will mark the grand opening of his latest venture, B-Side Comedy Club, a 60-seat venue located on Garth Road in Scarsdale. Joining Matarese on stage will be fellow comedians Nick Scopoletti, Pete Ungar, and Daniel Tirado. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Joe Matarese (…

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by Michael Mashburn
Police & Fire
Westchester Man Arrested For DWAI After Officers Respond To Reported Overdose, Police Say Westchester Man Arrested For DWAI After Officers Respond To Reported Overdose, Police Say
Westchester Man Arrested For Dwai After Officers Respond To Reported Overdose, Police Say A driver in Westchester was arrested for alleged DWAI after officers responding to a reported overdose found him inside his car, police said. Officers from the Scarsdale Police Department responded to a stretch of Garth Road at approximately 1:15 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 10, where there was a report of a man who appeared to be suffering from an alleged overdose by a passerby. According to police, upon arrival, officers found Mamaroneck resident Michael Lauro, 30, who was allegedly operating his 2002 Honda Civic while under the influence of drugs. Further investigation found that Lauro had multi…

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by Zak Failla
Lifestyle
Local Chain Westchester Burger Opening New Location Local Chain Westchester Burger Opening New Location
Local Chain Westchester Burger Opening New Location Westchester Burger Co., a popular area burger chain, is opening a new location in the county. With existing locations in White Plains, Mount Kisco and Stamford, Connecticut, the chain will open the new Scarsdale restaurant at 56 Garth Road on Monday, Oct. 7. Officials also say the White Plains spot, located at 106 Westchester Avenue, is in the midst of an expansion that will add significant space to the dining room. Westchester Burger Co., opened in 2010, is known not only for its savory, mouth-watering burgers but also for its hearty appetizers, chicken wings, BBQ meats and more. Admitt…

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by Valerie Musson
Police & Fire
Police: Woman Goes On Spending Spree After Finding Man's Wallet, Credit Cards In Westchester Police: Woman Goes On Spending Spree After Finding Man's Wallet, Credit Cards In Westchester
Police: Woman Goes On Spending Spree After Finding Man's Wallet, Credit Cards In Westchester Did you see anything? Police investigators are seeking the public’s assistance as they attempt to track down a woman who allegedly found a Westchester resident's wallet and promptly attempted to go on a spending spree using the stolen credit cards. Investigators received a report on Friday, March 29, from a local resident who stated that he believed he dropped his brown wallet in front of his Garth Road apartment in Scarsdale at approximately 2:15 p.m. The wallet contained a driver’s license, a Chase debit card, Capital One credit card and a Chase Hyatt Visa card. According to police, at a…

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by Zak Failla
Police & Fire
Police Investigate Suspicious Former Shoplifter At CVS In Westchester Police Investigate Suspicious Former Shoplifter At CVS In Westchester
Police Investigate Suspicious Former Shoplifter At CVS In Westchester Police in Scarsdale were called to CVS on Popham Road, when a manager spotted a suspicious man he recognized from a previous larceny at the store. A CVS store manager contacted the Scarsdale Police Department at approximately 2:45 p.m. on Thursday, Jan. 24, reporting a suspicious man in the store. Police said the manager described the man as an African American around the age of 50, with short gray hair wearing a black suit and carrying a black jacket. According to police, the manager recognized the man from an alleged larceny in the past. The suspect saw the store manager and quickly heade…

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by Zak Failla
Lifestyle
Wood-Fired Pizzeria Making Splash In Westchester Debut Wood-Fired Pizzeria Making Splash In Westchester Debut
Wood-Fired Pizzeria Making Splash In Westchester Debut If you’re looking for a high-class spin on some authentic and traditional Italian staples, check out Via Forno Wood Fired Pizza and Vinoteca in Scarsdale. Described as a “modern interpretation of a traditional wood-fired pizza restaurant and wine bar concept,” Via Forno is best known for its wood-fired pizza. However, Via Forno also offers a variety of tasty lunch, brunch and dinner options. Located in the former 7-Eleven space at 2 Garth Road, Via Forno makes it easy for customers to try out their cuisine. In addition to providing delivery, customers can also order online through the resta…

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by Valerie Musson
Business
This Westchester Deli Is One Of America's Favorite Neighborhood Eateries This Westchester Deli Is One Of America's Favorite Neighborhood Eateries
This Westchester Deli Is One Of America's Favorite Neighborhood Eateries It may not be the newest or the trendiest but it's your favorite neighborhood eatery for a reason: The food's good, cheap and it feels like home. Two restaurants in the Hudson Valley were named to Bon Appetit magazine's list of America's 80 Favorite Neighborhood Eateries. Here's what makes Red Rooster in Brewster and Giannoni's Deli in Scarsdale top favorites. RED ROOSTER: The Red Rooster Drive-In INC is nostalgia at its finest. Located on Route 22, the old-timey hut boasts a host of famous fans including  Meryl Streep and Kevin Bacon. The candy-striped establishment dates back to 1963 an…

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by Cecilia Levine
Traffic
Extensive Resurfacing Project Planned In Scarsdale Extensive Resurfacing Project Planned In Scarsdale
Extensive Resurfacing Project Planned In Scarsdale There will be limited parking and overnight road closures in Scarsdale for several days as contracting crews begin preparing for a repaving project on some of the village’s busiest roadways. Scarsdale resurfacing contractor, PCI Industries announced that it is scheduled to begin resurfacing work on Depot Place, Garth Road and Freightway, including the alleyway adjacent to the parking garage. The work is scheduled to begin in earnest around Monday, May 14, though preliminary work began this week. Crews will be performed between 7 p.m. and 5 a.m. for several days to “minimize the disturbance …

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by Zak Failla
Police & Fire
Altercation Outside Scarsdale Bagels Leads To Broken Phone, Police Say Altercation Outside Scarsdale Bagels Leads To Broken Phone, Police Say
Altercation Outside Scarsdale Bagels Leads To Broken Phone, Police Say WESTCHESTER COUNTY, N.Y. - A man from Eastchester was involved in a physical altercation in Scarsdale that led to an alleged assault and broken cell phone screen, according to a police report released Monday. The Scarsdale Police Department received a call shortly before 1 p.m. on Saturday afternoon following reports of an assault that had just taken place outside of Scarsdale Bagels on Garth Road. Police said that the complainant was traveling on Garth Road near the bagel store, when he approached a vehicle that was partially blocking the roadway, prompting him to honk his horn as he passe…

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by Zak Failla
Police & Fire
Police: Scarsdale Woman Receives Threatening Voicemails From Building Owner Police: Scarsdale Woman Receives Threatening Voicemails From Building Owner
Police: Scarsdale Woman Receives Threatening Voicemails From Building Owner Police are investigating a series of threatening voicemails that were allegedly left by a building owner to one of his tenants in Scarsdale. A Garth Road resident reported to the Scarsdale Police Department on Saturday that his wife had received a threatening voicemail from the co-owner of the building they live in. According to police, the resident felt threatened due to the nature of the voicemail, which included threats against the safety of the resident, his wife and daughter, who was specifically threatened twice in the voicemail. Police said the resident does not know the reason the …

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by Zak Failla